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Details: Written by Robin Casey; Category: World News; Published: 17 February 2015; Created: 17 February 2015; Last Updated: 13 November 2025

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Weather Disaster Supply Checklist For People

Water, one gallon of water per person per day, for drinking and sanitation

Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food

Battery-powered radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert, and extra batteries for both

Flashlight and extra batteries

First Aid kit

Whistle to signal for help

Infant formula and diapers, if you have an infant

Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation

Dust mask or cotton t-shirt, to help filter the air

Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place

Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities

Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)

A jacket or coat

Long pants

A long sleeve shirt

Sturdy shoes

A hat and gloves

A sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person

Emergency reference materials such as a first aid book or a print out of the information on www.ready.gov

Rain gear

Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils

Cash or traveler's checks, change

Paper towels

Fire Extinguisher

Tent

Compass

Matches in a waterproof container*

Signal flare*

Paper, pencil

Personal hygiene items including feminine supplies

Disinfectant*

Household chlorine bleach*

You can use bleach as a disinfectant (diluted nine parts water to one part bleach), or in an emergency you can also use it to treat water. Use 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.

Medicine dropper

Important Family Documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container

Weather Disaster Supply Checklist For Pets

Photocopies of medical records and a waterproof container with a two-week supply of any medicine your pet requires (Remember, food and medications need to be rotated out of your emergency kit—otherwise they may go bad or become useless.)

Pet first-aid kit and guide book (ask your vet what to include, or visit the ASPCA Store to buy one online)

3-7 days-worth of canned (pop-top) or dry food (be sure to rotate every two months)

Disposable litter trays (aluminum roasting pans are perfect)

Litter or paper toweling

Liquid dish soap and disinfectant

Disposable garbage bags for clean-up

Pet feeding dishes

Extra collar or harness as well as an extra leash

Bottled water, at least 7 days' worth for each person and pet (store in a cool, dry place and replace every two months)

A traveling bag, crate or sturdy carrier, ideally one for each pet

Flashlight

Blanket (for scooping up a fearful pet)

Recent photos of your pets (in case you are separated and need to make "Lost" posters)

Especially for cats: Pillowcase or Evac-Sack, toys, scoopable litter

Especially for dogs: Extra leash, toys and chew toys, a week's worth of cage liner

American Red Cross
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Direct Relief International
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Oxfam America
Save the Children
World Vision
The Humane Society of the United States

Earthquakes

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03 August 2026

M 2.6 - 3 km E of Hawthorne, CA

DYFI? - III
Time
2026-08-03 03:50:59 UTC
2026-08-03 03:50:59 UTC at epicenter
Location
33.920°N 118.319°W
Depth
10.44 km (6.49 mi)
M 1.1 - 26 km SE of Chickaloon, Alaska

Time
2026-08-03 03:44:16 UTC
2026-08-03 03:44:16 UTC at epicenter
Location
61.610°N 148.140°W
Depth
15.60 km (9.69 mi)
M 1.5 - 9 km WNW of Cobb, CA

Time
2026-08-03 03:43:39 UTC
2026-08-03 03:43:39 UTC at epicenter
Location
38.841°N 122.825°W
Depth
1.74 km (1.08 mi)
M 1.9 - 10 km E of Chicken, Alaska

Time
2026-08-03 03:37:43 UTC
2026-08-03 03:37:43 UTC at epicenter
Location
64.069°N 141.723°W
Depth
3.10 km (1.93 mi)
M 2.0 - 3 km NE of The Geysers, CA

Time
2026-08-03 03:33:21 UTC
2026-08-03 03:33:21 UTC at epicenter
Location
38.793°N 122.727°W
Depth
1.49 km (0.93 mi)
M 0.5 - 32 km NNE of Paxson, Alaska

Time
2026-08-03 03:32:28 UTC
2026-08-03 03:32:28 UTC at epicenter
Location
63.371°N 145.450°W
Depth
8.80 km (5.47 mi)
M 2.7 - 7 km WSW of Petrolia, CA

Time
2026-08-03 03:22:38 UTC
2026-08-03 03:22:38 UTC at epicenter
Location
40.304°N 124.365°W
Depth
16.66 km (10.35 mi)
M 2.7 - 15 km WNW of Templeton, CA

DYFI? - II
Time
2026-08-03 03:13:58 UTC
2026-08-03 03:13:58 UTC at epicenter
Location
35.578°N 120.864°W
Depth
4.69 km (2.91 mi)
M 1.3 - 8 km WNW of Eagle River, Alaska

Time
2026-08-03 03:01:50 UTC
2026-08-03 03:01:50 UTC at epicenter
Location
61.341°N 149.712°W
Depth
22.50 km (13.98 mi)
M 1.2 - 12 km NNE of Angwin, CA

Time
2026-08-03 02:42:48 UTC
2026-08-03 02:42:48 UTC at epicenter
Location
38.674°N 122.398°W
Depth
4.43 km (2.75 mi)
M 1.0 - 7 km S of Pinnacles, CA

Time
2026-08-03 02:37:54 UTC
2026-08-03 02:37:54 UTC at epicenter
Location
36.472°N 121.153°W
Depth
3.43 km (2.13 mi)
M 1.5 - 32 km SE of Mina, Nevada

Time
2026-08-03 02:27:07 UTC
2026-08-03 02:27:07 UTC at epicenter
Location
38.194°N 117.833°W
Depth
1.25 km (0.77 mi)
M 1.9 - 60 km NW of Elfin Cove, Alaska

Time
2026-08-03 02:24:46 UTC
2026-08-03 02:24:46 UTC at epicenter
Location
58.499°N 137.194°W
Depth
3.30 km (2.05 mi)
M 5.2 - 66 km WNW of San Alejandro, Peru

DYFI? - III
Time
2026-08-03 01:42:24 UTC
2026-08-03 01:42:24 UTC at epicenter
Location
8.572°S 75.760°W
Depth
125.26 km (77.83 mi)
M 4.3 - Fiji region

Time
2026-08-03 01:35:36 UTC
2026-08-03 01:35:36 UTC at epicenter
Location
19.230°S 177.450°W
Depth
574.37 km (356.90 mi)
M 1.1 - 19 km ENE of Four Mile Road, Alaska

Time
2026-08-03 01:26:44 UTC
2026-08-03 01:26:44 UTC at epicenter
Location
64.680°N 148.750°W
Depth
5.00 km (3.11 mi)
M 3.2 - 46 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands

Time
2026-08-03 01:19:14 UTC
2026-08-03 01:19:14 UTC at epicenter
Location
18.760°N 64.935°W
Depth
18.42 km (11.45 mi)
M 0.9 - 19 km NE of Thermal, CA

Time
2026-08-03 01:07:53 UTC
2026-08-03 01:07:53 UTC at epicenter
Location
33.753°N 115.991°W
Depth
8.23 km (5.11 mi)
M 0.7 - 83 km NW of Karluk, Alaska

Time
2026-08-03 01:01:31 UTC
2026-08-03 01:01:31 UTC at epicenter
Location
58.159°N 155.322°W
Depth
5.00 km (3.11 mi)
M 2.1 - 57 km WSW of Tatitlek, Alaska

DYFI? - I
Time
2026-08-03 00:59:30 UTC
2026-08-03 00:59:30 UTC at epicenter
Location
60.615°N 147.598°W
Depth
18.80 km (11.68 mi)
M 1.6 - 19 km ENE of Coachella, CA

Time
2026-08-03 00:56:11 UTC
2026-08-03 00:56:11 UTC at epicenter
Location
33.767°N 115.997°W
Depth
1.53 km (0.95 mi)
M 1.1 - 82 km NNW of Karluk, Alaska

Time
2026-08-03 00:46:44 UTC
2026-08-03 00:46:44 UTC at epicenter
Location
58.262°N 154.948°W
Depth
9.00 km (5.59 mi)
M 0.6 - 12 km ESE of Anza, CA

Time
2026-08-03 00:31:20 UTC
2026-08-03 00:31:20 UTC at epicenter
Location
33.532°N 116.549°W
Depth
14.41 km (8.95 mi)
M 3.2 - 62 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico

Time
2026-08-03 00:29:17 UTC
2026-08-03 00:29:17 UTC at epicenter
Location
18.851°N 67.558°W
Depth
8.36 km (5.19 mi)
M 2.3 - 6 km SE of Pole Ojea, Puerto Rico

Time
2026-08-03 00:27:16 UTC
2026-08-03 00:27:16 UTC at epicenter
Location
17.936°N 67.146°W
Depth
12.05 km (7.49 mi)
M 0.7 - 6 km WNW of Cobb, CA

Time
2026-08-03 00:09:40 UTC
2026-08-03 00:09:40 UTC at epicenter
Location
38.836°N 122.793°W
Depth
2.11 km (1.31 mi)
M 1.9 - 54 km E of Denali National Park, Alaska

Time
2026-08-03 00:09:09 UTC
2026-08-03 00:09:09 UTC at epicenter
Location
63.592°N 150.636°W
Depth
0.20 km (0.12 mi)
M 3.1 - 12 km NNE of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands

Time
2026-08-03 00:01:49 UTC
2026-08-03 00:01:49 UTC at epicenter
Location
18.449°N 64.881°W
Depth
54.94 km (34.14 mi)
M 5.0 - 36 km NNE of Suez, Egypt

DYFI? - V
Time
2026-08-03 00:00:33 UTC
2026-08-03 00:00:33 UTC at epicenter
Location
30.292°N 32.627°E
Depth
10.00 km (6.21 mi)
M 1.5 - 42 km S of Nelchina, Alaska

Time
2026-08-03 00:00:24 UTC
2026-08-03 00:00:24 UTC at epicenter
Location
61.615°N 146.644°W
Depth
19.80 km (12.30 mi)
M 1.7 - 59 km S of Whites City, New Mexico

Time
2026-08-02 23:58:39 UTC
2026-08-02 23:58:39 UTC at epicenter
Location
31.642°N 104.431°W
Depth
4.00 km (2.48 mi)
M 3.1 - 23 km WSW of Westmorland, CA

DYFI? - II
Time
2026-08-02 23:44:31 UTC
2026-08-02 23:44:31 UTC at epicenter
Location
32.961°N 115.846°W
Depth
11.80 km (7.33 mi)
M 1.2 - 9 km NNE of San Dimas, CA

Time
2026-08-02 23:40:05 UTC
2026-08-02 23:40:05 UTC at epicenter
Location
34.187°N 117.783°W
Depth
13.17 km (8.18 mi)
M 4.4 - 225 km SSE of Vilyuchinsk, Russia

Time
2026-08-02 23:35:56 UTC
2026-08-02 23:35:56 UTC at epicenter
Location
51.157°N 159.978°E
Depth
10.00 km (6.21 mi)
M 1.7 - 8 km ESE of Pearsall, Texas

Time
2026-08-02 23:30:05 UTC
2026-08-02 23:30:05 UTC at epicenter
Location
28.862°N 99.010°W
Depth
4.89 km (3.04 mi)
M 1.5 - 6 km NW of Boron, CA

Time
2026-08-02 23:16:06 UTC
2026-08-02 23:16:06 UTC at epicenter
Location
35.041°N 117.688°W
Depth
-0.81 km (-0.50 mi)
M 1.1 - 6 km NNW of The Geysers, CA

Time
2026-08-02 23:07:18 UTC
2026-08-02 23:07:18 UTC at epicenter
Location
38.822°N 122.793°W
Depth
2.79 km (1.73 mi)
M 2.3 - 11 km WNW of Kukuihaele, Hawaii

DYFI? - II
Time
2026-08-02 23:04:57 UTC
2026-08-02 23:04:57 UTC at epicenter
Location
20.168°N 155.674°W
Depth
14.37 km (8.93 mi)
M 0.5 - 7 km WSW of Anza, CA

Time
2026-08-02 23:00:49 UTC
2026-08-02 23:00:49 UTC at epicenter
Location
33.526°N 116.741°W
Depth
4.12 km (2.56 mi)
M 4.5 - 6 km W of Sarangani, Philippines

Time
2026-08-02 22:48:30 UTC
2026-08-02 22:48:30 UTC at epicenter
Location
5.413°N 125.408°E
Depth
8.96 km (5.56 mi)
M 1.4 - 5 km NNE of Progreso, B.C., MX

Time
2026-08-02 22:41:07 UTC
2026-08-02 22:41:07 UTC at epicenter
Location
32.624°N 115.566°W
Depth
5.14 km (3.19 mi)
M 0.6 - 85 km NNW of Karluk, Alaska

Time
2026-08-02 22:33:45 UTC
2026-08-02 22:33:45 UTC at epicenter
Location
58.293°N 154.959°W
Depth
5.00 km (3.11 mi)
M 1.2 - 48 km NW of Karluk, Alaska

Time
2026-08-02 22:20:14 UTC
2026-08-02 22:20:14 UTC at epicenter
Location
57.877°N 155.025°W
Depth
85.30 km (53.00 mi)
M 1.7 - 6 km NNW of Pinnacles, CA

Time
2026-08-02 22:16:19 UTC
2026-08-02 22:16:19 UTC at epicenter
Location
36.580°N 121.177°W
Depth
2.71 km (1.68 mi)
M 2.0 - 1 km SSW of Pāhala, Hawaii

Time
2026-08-02 22:15:09 UTC
2026-08-02 22:15:09 UTC at epicenter
Location
19.191°N 155.485°W
Depth
30.72 km (19.09 mi)
M 2.8 - 70 km ESE of Red Dog Mine, Alaska

Time
2026-08-02 22:07:42 UTC
2026-08-02 22:07:42 UTC at epicenter
Location
67.926°N 161.239°W
Depth
10.00 km (6.21 mi)
M 4.2 - 17 km E of Calingasta, Argentina

Time
2026-08-02 22:07:05 UTC
2026-08-02 22:07:05 UTC at epicenter
Location
31.355°S 69.238°W
Depth
115.49 km (71.76 mi)
M 3.5 - 85 km ENE of Chignik, Alaska

ShakeMap - II
Time
2026-08-02 22:03:26 UTC
2026-08-02 22:03:26 UTC at epicenter
Location
56.645°N 157.174°W
Depth
69.20 km (43.00 mi)
M 1.9 - 8 km NNW of West Bishop, CA

Time
2026-08-02 21:59:08 UTC
2026-08-02 21:59:08 UTC at epicenter
Location
37.426°N 118.498°W
Depth
5.42 km (3.37 mi)
M 2.0 - 9 km NNE of Pāhala, Hawaii

Time
2026-08-02 21:55:08 UTC
2026-08-02 21:55:08 UTC at epicenter
Location
19.281°N 155.449°W
Depth
0.04 km (0.02 mi)

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Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.2M, Depth:125.256km) in Peru 03/08/2026 01:42 UTC, 300 thousand in 100km.
On 8/3/2026 1:42:24 AM, an earthquake occurred in Peru potentially affecting 300 thousand in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 5.2M, Depth:125.256km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 5M, Depth:10km) in Egypt 03/08/2026 00:00 UTC, 5.1 million in 100km.
On 8/3/2026 12:00:33 AM, an earthquake occurred in Egypt potentially affecting 5.1 million in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 5M, Depth:10km.
Green forest fire notification in Australia
On 30/07/2026, a forest fire started in Australia, until 02/08/2026.
Green forest fire notification in Australia
On 31/07/2026, a forest fire started in Australia, until 02/08/2026.
Green notification for tropical cyclone DOLPHIN-26. Population affected by Category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 1.441 million .
From 27/07/2026 to 03/08/2026, a Hurricane/Typhoon > 74 mph (maximum wind speed of 269 km/h) DOLPHIN-26 was active in NWPacific. The cyclone affects these countries: Marshall Islands, Japan (vulnerability High). Estimated population affected by category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 1.441 million .
Green forest fire notification in Australia
On 22/07/2026, a forest fire started in Australia, until 02/08/2026.
Green forest fire notification in Russian Federation
On 23/07/2026, a forest fire started in Russian Federation, until 02/08/2026.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.5M, Depth:8.955km) in Philippines 02/08/2026 22:48 UTC, 1.5 million in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 10:48:30 PM, an earthquake occurred in Philippines potentially affecting 1.5 million in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.5M, Depth:8.955km.
Green notification for tropical cyclone GENEVIEVE-26. Population affected by Category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 0 (0 in Tropical Storm).
From 24/07/2026 to 02/08/2026, a Tropical Storm (maximum wind speed of 259 km/h) GENEVIEVE-26 was active in EastPacific. The cyclone affects these countries: [unknown] (vulnerability [unknown]). Estimated population affected by category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 0 (0 in tropical storm).
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.5M, Depth:35km) in Russia 02/08/2026 20:02 UTC, 2 thousand in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 8:02:10 PM, an earthquake occurred in Russia potentially affecting 2 thousand in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.5M, Depth:35km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 5M, Depth:10km) in China 02/08/2026 18:21 UTC, 11.1 million in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 6:21:46 PM, an earthquake occurred in China potentially affecting 11.1 million in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 5M, Depth:10km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.7M, Depth:29.553km) in Indonesia 02/08/2026 16:27 UTC, 140 thousand in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 4:27:02 PM, an earthquake occurred in Indonesia potentially affecting 140 thousand in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.7M, Depth:29.553km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:136.506km) in Nicaragua 02/08/2026 16:09 UTC, 3 million in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 4:09:30 PM, an earthquake occurred in Nicaragua potentially affecting 3 million in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:136.506km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 5M, Depth:10km) in South Of Tonga Islands 02/08/2026 15:35 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 3:35:30 PM, an earthquake occurred in South Of Tonga Islands potentially affecting No people affected in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 5M, Depth:10km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.8M, Depth:62.562km) in Japan 02/08/2026 14:49 UTC, 400 thousand in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 2:49:47 PM, an earthquake occurred in Japan potentially affecting 400 thousand in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.8M, Depth:62.562km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.9M, Depth:10km) in China 02/08/2026 14:31 UTC, 120 thousand in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 2:31:42 PM, an earthquake occurred in China potentially affecting 120 thousand in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.9M, Depth:10km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:51.437km) in Indonesia 02/08/2026 14:17 UTC, 1.4 million in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 2:17:41 PM, an earthquake occurred in Indonesia potentially affecting 1.4 million in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:51.437km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.1M, Depth:10km) in Mexico 02/08/2026 13:10 UTC, 290 thousand in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 1:10:47 PM, an earthquake occurred in Mexico potentially affecting 290 thousand in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 5.1M, Depth:10km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.3M, Depth:10km) in North Of Ascension Island 02/08/2026 11:52 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 11:52:33 AM, an earthquake occurred in North Of Ascension Island potentially affecting No people affected in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 5.3M, Depth:10km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.3M, Depth:10km) in Tonga Islands Region 02/08/2026 10:34 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 10:34:14 AM, an earthquake occurred in Tonga Islands Region potentially affecting No people affected in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 5.3M, Depth:10km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:10km) in Japan 02/08/2026 10:00 UTC, 5.2 million in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 10:00:08 AM, an earthquake occurred in Japan potentially affecting 5.2 million in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:10km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 5M, Depth:10km) in North Of Ascension Island 02/08/2026 09:17 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 9:17:11 AM, an earthquake occurred in North Of Ascension Island potentially affecting No people affected in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 5M, Depth:10km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:172.527km) in Argentina 02/08/2026 08:49 UTC, 8 thousand in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 8:49:51 AM, an earthquake occurred in Argentina potentially affecting 8 thousand in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:172.527km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.6M, Depth:52.806km) in New Zealand 02/08/2026 08:35 UTC, 30 thousand in MMI IV.
On 8/2/2026 8:35:27 AM, an earthquake occurred in New Zealand potentially affecting 30 thousand in MMI IV. The earthquake had Magnitude 5.6M, Depth:52.806km.
Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.9M, Depth:33.834km) in Russia 02/08/2026 08:22 UTC, Few people affected in 100km.
On 8/2/2026 8:22:06 AM, an earthquake occurred in Russia potentially affecting Few people affected in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.9M, Depth:33.834km.

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France and Spain Wildfires 2026: How Heat, Drought and Wind Created a Fire Emergency

Usually, the pine forests around Bordeaux promise a peaceful summer escape. But in late July, holiday roads became evacuation routes as smoke moved inland from France’s Atlantic coast. Even across the border, wind-driven fires west …

The post France and Spain Wildfires 2026: How Heat, Drought and Wind Created a Fire Emergency appeared first on Weather Blog.
12 Best Places to Visit in September 2026 for Mild Weather and Fewer Crowds

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Catastrophic Texas Hill Country Flooding

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Canadian Wildfires Choking the US Midwest & Northeast

Most of New York’s skyline turned the color of a bruise this week. Especially in Chicago, people jogging along Lake Michigan could taste the smoke before they could smell it. On the other hand, in …

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From the UK to Hungary: The Heat Moved Across the Continent

Europe’s unprecedented late-June heatwave did not belong to one country or one afternoon. It began by overturning long-standing records in the west, and then shifted through the central region of the continent. Finally, it reached …

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Why Humidity Made the US Heatwave More Dangerous

The latest US heatwave is not being defined by temperature alone. Across the central and eastern states, the air was so humid that the body struggled to cool itself. It ultimately turned dangerous heat into …

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What Is an Omega Block and Why Is It Fueling Europe’s Heatwave

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The post What Is an Omega Block and Why Is It Fueling Europe’s Heatwave appeared first on Weather Blog.
Why Hot Nights Can Be More Dangerous Than Hot Days During Europe’s Heatwave

Usually, a heatwave is measured by record daytime temperatures. But the more worrying signal may be what happens after sunset. When nights stay unusually warm, homes do not cool adequately, the body gets less chance …

The post Why Hot Nights Can Be More Dangerous Than Hot Days During Europe’s Heatwave appeared first on Weather Blog.
Midwest Tornadoes and Northeast Heat Show How Dangerous Summer Weather Can Turn

Summer weather in the United States can turn dangerous quickly, and the latest regional pattern shows why. While tornadoes are damaging parts of the Midwest, extreme heat and humidity are pushing into the Northeast and …

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Asia’s Monsoon: Heavy Rains, Heatwaves and El Niño Uncertainty

Asia’s monsoon is considered to be one of the world’s most important seasonal weather systems. It brings relief after intense summer heat, fills rivers and reservoirs, supports crops, and shapes the daily lives of hundreds …

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Trends News: Hair color trends that are firmly outdated in 2026
Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:07:50 +0000

As with everything, time passes, and trends fall out of fashion. These are the 2026 hair color trends that were all the rage but aren't "it" anymore.
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Global World News: World in Brief: Global stocks sink; America and Iran escalate attacks
Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:07:19 +0000

The slump in chip stocks allowed Apple to briefly overtake Nvidia as the world’s largest company. Apple last held the crown in May 2025. It ended the day valued at $4.9trn. Nvidia’s value dropped to ...
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Source:www.economist.com

Global World News: Forbes Releases 24th Annual Global 2000 With A Record-Breaking Ranking Of The World’s Largest Public Companies As The AI Boom Transforms Industries
Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:07:19 +0000

Forbes today released its 24th annual Global 2000, a definitive ranking of the world's largest public companies determined by sales, profits, assets and market value.
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Trends News: From Fruit Nails to 3D Florals, Meet August’s Biggest Manicure Trends
Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:08:06 +0000

There’s a good reason we can never stop saving nail inspo. Unlike a dramatic haircut or a new hair color, a manicure is one of the easiest ways to experiment with your style without a major commitment ...
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Source:www.cosmopolitan.com

Trends News: Fashion trends to watch for in 2025
Sun, 02 Aug 2026 07:08:03 +0000

ComplexCon is where streetwear tastemakers come to test run next year's trends among some of the brightest minds in fashion, art and music. Why it matters: "I like to think of ComplexCon as this ...
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